N.D. Cent. Code § 61-38-08: Permit application - Notice - Hearing. (Contingent effective date - See note)

Any person desiring to discharge dredged or fill material for which a permit is required shall file an application with the department of water resources. The application must be on a form prescribed by the department and must include information required by the department. The department may issue a permit after notice and opportunity for public hearing. Within fifteen days of receipt of all the information required to complete an application for a permit, the department shall publish the notice.